Topic: Frauke Petry

Frauke Petry, a leading figure in Germany's right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, announced she would not lead the party's campaign in the upcoming federal elections. Her withdrawal follows intense internal power struggles and her decision to focus on her fifth pregnancy.

Violence against refugee centers in Germany is escalating, including a hand grenade attack in Willingen-Schwenningen. Frauke Petry, leader of the right-wing "Alternative for Germany" (AFD) party, caused a scandal by suggesting border guards should have the right to shoot illegal migrants if necessary. Chancellor Angela Merkel's popularity continues to slide as the AFD gains double-digit support in national polls.